*MY VALENTINE*
From that first day when we met
I couldn’t forget that broad smile
And that firm handshake
And finger flip, which followed
I knew that somehow……….you may be my valentine
The next time we met, you were so jittery and hyper
When you attempted that awkward hug
And asked me where I was off to though you had asked that earlier
And followed it up with a silly grin
I had no doubt that……….you could be my valentine
Then you asked me out for launch
And you showed up with a swag
You complimented my looks
And was whao ‘ed by my every expression
You assured that..........you would be my valentine
You make me dream dreams
You make me wake up with a smile
You give me breakfast in bed
You make my every wish your command
You make me wonna……….be your valentine
You put me on a pedestal so high
You tell your friends how proud you are of me
You surprise me with those brief work visits
You assure me of how much you care
Every day is a confirmation that…....I should be your valentine
You shower me with perks at every opportunity
You whisper sweet nothings in my ear
My mind drifts into daydream of your attention
With you every day is a feast
And I can’t wait……….to be your valentine
You send me flowers on our anniversary
Attached to it is a card for dinner
You order icing cake with cherries on top
Beneath the cherries is a ring
You go on one knee murmuring and mumbling
All I could hear is..........please be my valentine
You send me into a quick trance
In it I get a flash back Memories full of laughter and joy
Which sends tears running down my cheeks
I am speechless and cannot find the words
But soon the words will pop out of my tongue-tied mouth
Yes I will , I certainly……….will be your valentine
Then hand in hand we make life’s journey
You lift me up when I fall; I lent a crying shoulder when you are down
We help each other accomplish their dreams
Together we build new dreams
Till the final call is up, when we part to eternity
You will forever ……be my valentine
THE END
Composed BY: Marian Asantewah Nkansah (MAN) Feb’16
